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3.0l - Lubrication - Engine Code(s): Cata Audi Q7 4L рестайлинг

Lubrication System 47 illustrations ~3444 words

ENGINE OIL

Oil capacities, specifications and viscosity classes, refer to the Fluid Capacity Tables .

OIL PUMP AND LOWER OIL PAN OVERVIEW

CAUTIONDanger of catalytic converter damage. The oil level must not exceed the "MAX" marking.

Note. If large quantities of metal particles or abraded material are detected during engine repairs, it may mean the crankshaft or rod bearings are damaged. To prevent subsequent damage, the following work must be performed after the repair: Oil channels must be cleaned carefully; replace oil spray jets, engine oil cooler and oil filter. Oil capacities, specifications and viscosity classes, refer to the Fluid Capacity Tables. Oil injector jet for piston cooling (Scheme 37)

Scheme 37

Scheme 37
  1. Lower Oil Pan Removing and installing, refer to «LOWER OIL PAN»(/audi/q7/4l-2009-2015/remont/lubrication-system/#30l-lubrication-engine-codes-cata__lower-oil-pan) With oil level thermal sensor -G266- Oil level thermal sensor, removing and installing, refer to «Oil Level Thermal Sensor -G266»(/audi/q7/4l-2009-2015/remont/lubrication-system/#30l-lubrication-engine-codes-cata__oil-level-thermal-sensor-g266)
  2. Bolt Replace Tightening specification and sequence (Scheme 40)
  3. Bolt Replace 8 Nm plus an additional 90° turn
  4. Oil Baffle
  5. Oil Pump Do not disassemble With cold pressure relief valve 11 bar and pressure regulator valve 3.5 bar Removing and installing, refer to «OIL PUMP»(/audi/q7/4l-2009-2015/remont/lubrication-system/#30l-lubrication-engine-codes-cata__oil-pump)
  6. Bolt 23 Nm
  7. Fitting Sleeves
  8. Oil Pump Input Shaft
  9. Support
  10. Spring
  11. Thrust Washer
  12. Chain Sprocket for Oil Pump Installation position: lettering faces the engine
  13. Bolt 60 Nm To loosen, counterhold on sprocket with spanner wrench 3212 If it is not possible to tighten the bolt to the specification, remove the lower oil pan and the oil baffle and counterhold the bolt with an open end wrench on the oil pump driveshaft.
  14. Seal Replace
  15. Oil Drain Plug 30 Nm

Scheme 38

Scheme 38

Tighten the nuts -1- to 9 Nm.

Scheme 39

Scheme 39

Note. Replace bolts which have been tightened to an additional torque.

Tighten bolts in 3 stages as follows

StepTightening Torque/Additional Angle of Rotation
1.5 Nm in a diagonal sequence
2.8 Nm in a diagonal sequence
3.In a diagonal sequence, turn an additional 90°

Scheme 40

Scheme 40: UPPER OIL PAN OVERVIEW
  1. Spring
  2. Support
  3. Oil Pump Input Shaft
  4. Oil Pan (upper section) Removing and installing, refer to «UPPER OIL PAN»(/audi/q7/4l-2009-2015/remont/lubrication-system/#30l-lubrication-engine-codes-cata__upper-oil-pan)
  5. Bracket For the electrical wiring harness
  6. Bolt 9 Nm
  7. Oil Pressure Regulation Valve -N428- Removing and installing, refer to «OIL PRESSURE REGULATION VALVE»(/audi/q7/4l-2009-2015/remont/lubrication-system/#30l-lubrication-engine-codes-cata__oil-pressure-regulation-valve)
  8. Bolt 9 Nm
  9. Sealing Piece Replace 2 pieces
  10. Bolt Tightening specification and sequence (Scheme 43)
  11. Crankshaft Shaft Seal, Belt Pulley Side Removing and installing, refer to «CRANKSHAFT SHAFT SEAL, BELT PULLEY SIDE, REPLACING»(/audi/q7/4l-2009-2015/remont/mechanical/#30l-crankshaft-cylinder-block-engine-codes-cata__crankshaft-shaft-seal-belt-pulley-side).
  12. Right Idler Roller for Ribbed Belt Pay attention to the installed position
  13. Idler Roller Cover
  14. Bolt Tightening specifications, refer to "Bolt" in numbered list under «RIBBED BELT DRIVE OVERVIEW»(/audi/q7/4l-2009-2015/remont/mechanical/#30l-crankshaft-cylinder-block-engine-codes-cata)
  15. Sealing Flange (belt pulley side) Removing and installing, refer to «SEALING FLANGE, BELT PULLEY SIDE»(/audi/q7/4l-2009-2015/remont/mechanical/#30l-crankshaft-cylinder-block-engine-codes-cata__sealing-flange-belt-pulley-side)
  16. O-ring Replace
  17. Oil Pressure Switch -F22- 20 Nm Switching pressure 2.5 to 3.2 bar 2-pin, gray insulation Removing and installing, refer to «Oil Pressure Switch -F22»(/audi/q7/4l-2009-2015/remont/lubrication-system/#30l-lubrication-engine-codes-cata__oil-pressure-switch-f22)
  18. Seal Replace
  19. Bolt 9 Nm
  20. Oil Dipstick
  21. O-ring Replace
  22. Guide Tube for oil Dipstick
  23. Bolt 9 Nm
  24. O-ring Replace
  25. O-rings Replace
  26. Gasket Replace
  27. Bolt 9 Nm
  28. Oil Return Pipe
  29. O-ring Replace
  30. Gasket Replace
  31. Alignment Bushing 2 pieces
  32. Bolt Tightening specification and sequence (Scheme 42)
  33. Bolt Tightening specifications «ENGINE, INSTALLING => Engine to Automatic Transmission 09D»(/audi/q7/4l-2009-2015/remont/mechanical/#30l-engine-assembly-engine-codes-cata__engine-installing)
  34. Locking Bolt for the "TDC" Marking. 35 Nm Use a long hex socket wrench with a ball head for removing and tightening
  35. Seal Replace

Scheme 41

Scheme 41

Tighten bolts in 2 stages as follows

StepBoltTightening Specification
1.1 through 45 Nm in a diagonal sequence
2.1 through 415 Nm in a diagonal sequence

Scheme 42

Scheme 42

Scheme 43

Scheme 43: OIL COOLER, PRESSURE REGULATOR VALVE AND OIL FILTER HOUSING OVERVIEW
  1. Mounting Plate For the oil cooler, pressure regulator valve for the crankshaft housing ventilation and oil filter housing Removing and installing, refer to «OIL COOLER MOUNTING PLATE, PRESSURE REGULATOR VALVE FOR CRANKSHAFT HOUSING VENTILATION AND OIL FILTER HOUSING»(/audi/q7/4l-2009-2015/remont/lubrication-system/#30l-lubrication-engine-codes-cata__oil-cooler-mounting-plate-pressure-regulator)
  2. Bolt 9 Nm
  3. Seal Replace
  4. Reduced Oil Pressure Switch -F378- 20 Nm Switching pressure 0.75 to 1.05 bar 1-pin, gray insulation Removing and installing, refer to «REDUCED OIL PRESSURE SWITCH»(/audi/q7/4l-2009-2015/remont/lubrication-system/#30l-lubrication-engine-codes-cata__reduced-oil-pressure-switch)
  5. O-rings Replace
  6. Gasket Replace
  7. O-ring Replace
  8. Bolt 9 Nm
  9. Oil Supply Pipe To turbocharger
  10. O-ring Replace
  11. Oil Filter Element Removing and installing, refer to Maintenance Procedures
  12. Gasket Replace
  13. Cap 35 Nm
  14. Bolt 9 Nm
  15. Bracket For the oil filter housing
  16. Oil Filter Housing Removing and installing, refer to «OIL FILTER HOUSING»(/audi/q7/4l-2009-2015/remont/lubrication-system/#30l-lubrication-engine-codes-cata__oil-filter-housing) With the oil filter by-pass valve 2.0 to 2.0 bar (pressure difference before and after the oil filter)
  17. Pressure Regulator Valve for the Crankshaft Housing Ventilation Removing and installing, refer to «CRANKCASE VENTILATION PRESSURE REGULATOR VALVE»(/audi/q7/4l-2009-2015/remont/lubrication-system/#30l-lubrication-engine-codes-cata__crankcase-ventilation-pressure-regulator-valve)
  18. Bolt 9 Nm
  19. Crankcase Ventilation Pipe
  20. O-ring Replace
  21. O-ring Replace
  22. Engine Oil Cooler See note at top of «OIL PUMP AND LOWER OIL PAN OVERVIEW»(/audi/q7/4l-2009-2015/remont/lubrication-system/#30l-lubrication-engine-codes-cata__oil-pump-and-lower-oil-pan) Removing and installing, refer to «ENGINE OIL COOLER»(/audi/q7/4l-2009-2015/remont/lubrication-system/#30l-lubrication-engine-codes-cata__engine-oil-cooler) With oil filter by-pass valve 2.0 to 3.0 bar (pressure difference before and after the oil cooler)
  23. Bolt 9 Nm
  24. Seals Replace
  25. Coolant Hose
  26. Upper Coolant Pipe Removing and installing, refer to «UPPER COOLANT PIPE»(/audi/q7/4l-2009-2015/remont/cooling-fan/#30l-cooling-system-engine-codes-cata__upper-coolant-pipe)
  27. O-ring Replace
  28. Nut 9 Nm
  29. Gasket Replace

FASTENER TIGHTENING SPECIFICATIONS

ComponentBolt SizeNm
Bracket for the Electrical Wiring Harness9
Bracket for the Oil Filter Housing9
Cap for Oil Filter Housing35
Chain Sprocket for Oil Pump60
Engine Oil Cooler9
Guide Tube for Oil Dipstick9
Locking Bolt for the "TDC" Marking35
Mounting Plate9
Oil Baffle (1)8 + 90°
Oil Drain Plug30
Oil Pressure Regulation Valve9
Oil Pressure Switch20
Oil Pump23
Oil Return Pipe9
Oil Supply Pipe to Turbocharger9
Pressure Regulator Valve for the Crankshaft Housing Ventilation9
Reduced Oil Pressure Switch20
Upper Coolant Pipe, Nut9
(1) Always replace
(1)Always replace

Oil Level Thermal Sensor -G266- Tightening Specification

Tighten the nuts -1- to 9 Nm.

Lower Section of Oil Pan, Tightening Specifications and Sequence

Note. Replace bolts which have been tightened to an additional torque.

Tighten bolts in 3 stages as follows

StepTightening Torque/Additional Angle of Rotation
1.5 Nm in a diagonal sequence
2.8 Nm in a diagonal sequence
3.In a diagonal sequence, turn an additional 90°

Upper Oil Pan, Tightening Specifications and Sequence

Tighten bolts in 2 stages as follows

StepBoltTightening Specification
1.1 through 45 Nm in a diagonal sequence
2.1 through 415 Nm in a diagonal sequence

OIL PRESSURE SWITCH -F22-, CHECKING

Check the oil pressure switch.

REDUCED OIL PRESSURE SWITCH, CHECKING

Check the reduced oil pressure switch -F378- in "Guided Fault Finding" => .

OIL LEVEL, CHECKING

Check oil level.

OIL PRESSURE, CHECKING

Special tools and workshop equipment required

  1. Oil Pressure Gauge V.A.G 1342 with Adapter V.A.G 1342/21

Procedure

  1. Oil level OK
  2. Engine oil temperature approximately 80 °C (176 °F)

Carefully pull the engine cover -arrows- off the 4 bolts one after the other.

Scheme 44

Scheme 44

Remove the bolt -1- and banjo bolt -3- for the oil supply line on the turbocharger.

Scheme 45

Scheme 45

Note. Ignore -2-.

Install the V.A.G 1342/21 and the new seals to the turbocharger as illustrated.

Scheme 46

Scheme 46

Connect the V.A.G 1342 to V.A.G 1342/21.

Install an old oil pressure switch into the hole on the V.A.G 1342.

Start the engine.

  1. Oil pressure at idle: at least 0.8 bar pressure.
  2. Oil pressure at 2000 RPM: at least 1.5 bar pressure.

Assembling

Assemble in reverse order of disassembling. Note the following

Remove the V.A.G 1342/21 and install the turbocharger oil supply line. Refer to TURBOCHARGER OVERVIEW .

OIL LEVEL THERMAL SENSOR -G266

Removing

Drain engine oil. Refer to Maintenance Procedures .

Disconnect the connector -3-.

Remove the nuts -1- and the oil level thermal sensor -4-.

Installing

Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following

  1. Tightening specifications (Scheme 39)

Note. Replace the seal -2-.

Fill engine oil and check oil level. Refer to Maintenance Procedures .

LOWER OIL PAN

Special tools and workshop equipment required

  1. Engine Support Bridge 10-222 A
  2. Bracket with Spindle and Hook 10-222 A /10
  3. Adapter 10-222 A /19
  4. Engine Sling 2024 A and bracket 2024 A/1
  5. Engine/Transmission Jack V.A.G 1383 A
  6. Engine Support T10014
  7. Engine Support Basic Set T40091
  8. Engine Support Supplement Set T40093
  9. Hand drill with plastic brush attachment
  10. Protective eyewear
  11. Sealant

REMOVING

Remove the left coolant pipe. Refer to LEFT COOLANT PIPE .

Remove the stabilizer bar. Refer to Removal and Installation .

Scheme 47

Scheme 47: REMOVING

Remove the ribbed belt tensioner. Refer to RIBBED BELT TENSIONER .

Drain engine oil. Refer to Maintenance Procedures .

Remove the air filter housing. Refer to Removal and Installation .

Scheme 48

Scheme 48

Remove engine bracket left and right nuts -arrows-.

Scheme 49

Scheme 49

Remove the left front wheel housing liner. Refer to Removal and Installation .

Scheme 50

Scheme 50

Remove the nuts and bolts -arrows- on the refrigerant line clamps.

Scheme 51

Scheme 51

Note. To position the 10 - 222 A /19 on the longitudinal members, move the refrigerant lines to the side slightly.

Mount the 10 - 222 A with the engine supports T40091/3 and 2 spindles onto the bolted fender edges.

Scheme 52

Scheme 52
  1. The spindles are positioned forward.

Attach both spindles to the rear engine lifting eyes.

Install the other components of the engine support Bridge 10-222 A as illustrated; when doing this, place the 10 - 222 A /19 on the notches in the longitudinal members.

Scheme 53

Scheme 53

Slide the support T40091/2 into both connectors T40093/4 with slide T40093/5.

WARNINGRisk of accident due to loose supporting elements. Secure support T40091/2 with connector pins and splints T40093/4.

Install the T10014 into the hole in the ribbed belt tensioning element.

Scheme 54

Scheme 54

Remove eyelet for the 2024 A.

Install the bolt -1- into the center hole in the engine sling and secure it with a cotter pin.

Scheme 55

Scheme 55

Attach the engine sling bolt to the front spindle of the engine support bridge.

Install the bracket 2024 A/1 to the left side of the engine sling.

Attach the 2024 A to the front right engine lifting eye and to the T10014.

WARNINGRisk of accident due to unsecured engine sling. Secure the mounting hooks and pins on the engine support bridge using securing pins -arrows-.

Raise engine until engine supports are above engine bracket threaded pins and evenly tension both spindles to achieve even weight distribution.

Place the V.A.G 1383 A under the subframe.

Scheme 56

Scheme 56
WARNINGThe subframe could cause an accident if it is not secured. Do not loosen the subframe bolts -1- and -2-.

Scheme 57

Scheme 57

Remove the bolts -4- and carefully lower the subframe with the V.A.G 1383 A.

Remove the engine carrier bolts -3- and place the engine carrier on the subframe.

Disconnect the connector on the oil level thermal sensor -G266- -1-.

Remove the bolts and loosen the lower oil pan -arrow-.

CAUTIONRisk of contamination from the engine oil. Hold the lower oil pan horizontally to prevent any remaining oil from running out.

INSTALLING

Note. Replace the bolts for the lower oil pan.

WARNINGRisk of eye injury. Wear protective eyewear.

Using rotating plastic brush, remove any remaining sealant from lower section of oil pan and upper section.

Scheme 58

Scheme 58

Clean the sealing surfaces; they must be free of oil and grease.

Note. Note the expiration date of the sealing compound.

Cut the tube nozzle at the front marking (nozzle diameter approximately 1.5 mm).

Scheme 59

Scheme 59
CAUTIONThe lubrication system could be plugged with excess sealant. Do not apply sealant bead thicker than indicated.

Apply a sealant bead -arrow- to the clean sealing surface on the lower section of the oil pan as shown in illustration.

Scheme 60

Scheme 60
  1. Thickness of sealant bead: 2.0 mm

Note. Install the lower section of the oil pan within five minutes of applying the sealant.

Position the lower section of the oil pan and tighten the bolts. (Scheme 40)

Install the engine carrier. Refer to SUBFRAME ASSEMBLY OVERVIEW .

Install subframe. Refer to Removal and Installation .

Install refrigerant lines. Refer to Removal and Installation .

Install the front wheel housing liner. Refer to Removal and Installation .

Install engine bracket. Refer to SUBFRAME ASSEMBLY OVERVIEW .

Install the air filter housing. Refer to Removal and Installation .

Install the ribbed belt tensioner. Refer to RIBBED BELT TENSIONER .

Install stabilizer bar. Refer to Removal and Installation .

Install the left coolant pipe. Refer to LEFT COOLANT PIPE .

Fill engine oil and check oil level. Refer to Maintenance Procedures .

OIL PUMP

Special tools and workshop equipment required

  1. Long Nose Grip Pliers VAS 6226

Removing

Remove the lower oil pan section. Refer to LOWER OIL PAN .

Remove the bolts -arrows- and remove the oil baffle.

Scheme 61

Scheme 61

Remove the bolts -1- and -2-.

Scheme 62

Scheme 62

Hold the oil pump drive shaft -3- with the VAS 6226 and push it against the spring force.

Remove the oil pump.

Note. The oil pump drive shaft remains installed.

Installing

Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following

  1. For the correct tightening specifications, refer to «OIL PUMP AND LOWER OIL PAN OVERVIEW»(/audi/q7/4l-2009-2015/remont/lubrication-system/#30l-lubrication-engine-codes-cata__oil-pump-and-lower-oil-pan) .

Note. Replace the oil baffle bolts.

Make sure the 2 dowel sleeves are in the oil pump. If they are not, install them.

Install lower oil pan INSTALLING .

Fill engine oil and check oil level. Refer to Maintenance Procedures .

OIL PRESSURE SWITCH -F22

Removing

On a vehicle with air suspension, activate vehicle lift mode. Refer to General Information .

Remove the front noise insulation -1-. Refer to Removal and Installation .

Scheme 63

Scheme 63: OIL PRESSURE SWITCH -F22

Disconnect the connector -1-.

Scheme 64

Scheme 64

Note. Lay a cloth below to catch the draining engine oil.

Remove the oil pressure switch -2-.

Installing

Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following

  1. Tightening specifications, refer to «UPPER OIL PAN OVERVIEW»(/audi/q7/4l-2009-2015/remont/lubrication-system/#30l-lubrication-engine-codes-cata) .

Note. Replace the seal.

Install the noise insulation. Refer to Removal and Installation .

On a vehicle with air suspension, deactivate vehicle lift mode. Refer to General Information .

OIL PRESSURE REGULATION VALVE

Removing

On a vehicle with air suspension, activate vehicle lift mode. Refer to General Information .

Remove the front noise insulation -1-. Refer to Removal and Installation .

Disconnect the connector -1-.

Scheme 65

Scheme 65

Remove the bolt -2- and remove the oil pressure regulation valve -N428-.

Installing

Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following

  1. Tightening specifications, refer to «UPPER OIL PAN OVERVIEW»(/audi/q7/4l-2009-2015/remont/lubrication-system/#30l-lubrication-engine-codes-cata) .

Note. Replace O-ring.

Install the noise insulation. Refer to Removal and Installation .

On a vehicle with air suspension, deactivate vehicle lift mode. Refer to General Information .

UPPER OIL PAN

Special tools and workshop equipment required

  1. Protective eyewear
  2. Hand drill with plastic brush attachment
  3. Sealant

Removing

  1. Engine fastened to the engine and transmission holder. Refer to «ENGINE, SECURING TO ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION HOLDER»(/audi/q7/4l-2009-2015/remont/mechanical/#30l-engine-assembly-engine-codes-cata__engine-securing-to-engine-and-transmission) .
  2. Engine oil drained. Refer to Maintenance Procedures .

Remove timing chain lower cover. Refer to LOWER TIMING CHAIN COVER .

Remove the power take-off drive chain. Refer to POWER TAKE-OFF DRIVE CHAIN .

Remove the belt pulley side sealing flange. Refer to SEALING FLANGE, BELT PULLEY SIDE .

Remove the oil pump. Refer to OIL PUMP .

Remove the bolts -1 through 4-.

Carefully loosen the upper oil pan from the bond and press it off the cylinder block alignment bushings.

Installing

  1. For the correct tightening specifications, refer to «UPPER OIL PAN OVERVIEW»(/audi/q7/4l-2009-2015/remont/lubrication-system/#30l-lubrication-engine-codes-cata) .

Note. Replace seals, gaskets and O-rings.

Remove any old sealant from the grooves on the upper oil pan as well as from the sealing surfaces.

CAUTIONRisk of contaminating lubricating system. Cover open parts of engine.
WARNINGRisk of eye injury. Wear protective eyewear.

Remove sealant residue on the upper section of the oil pan and the cylinder block, for example using a rotating plastic brush.

Scheme 66

Scheme 66

Clean the sealing surfaces; they must be free of oil and grease.

Make sure the dowel sleeves are inside the cylinder block; it not install them.

Note. Note the expiration date of the sealing compound.

Cut the tube nozzle at the front marking (nozzle diameter approximately 1.5 mm).

Install the gaskets -1- and -2- into the upper oil pan.

Scheme 67

Scheme 67
CAUTIONThe lubrication system could be plugged with excess sealant. Do not apply sealant bead thicker than specified.

Apply the sealant beads -arrows- to the clean sealing surface on the upper oil pan as shown in the illustration.

  1. The grooves -arrows- of sealing surfaces must be completely filled with sealant.
  2. The sealant beads must be 1.5 to 2.0 mm above the sealing surface.

Note. Install the upper oil pan within five minutes of applying the sealant.

Position the upper oil pan and tighten the bolts. (Scheme 42)

The rest of the installation is performed in reverse order of removal, noting the following

Install the oil pump. Refer to OIL PUMP .

Install the belt pulley side sealing flange. Refer to SEALING FLANGE, BELT PULLEY SIDE .

Install the power take-off drive chain. Refer to POWER TAKE-OFF DRIVE CHAIN .

Install timing chain lower cover. Refer to LOWER TIMING CHAIN COVER .

Fill engine oil and check oil level. Refer to Maintenance Procedures .

ENGINE OIL COOLER

Removing

Remove the exhaust gas recirculation. Refer to EXHAUST GAS RECIRCULATION COOLER .

Remove the nut -1- and slightly turn the upper coolant pipe in direction of -arrow-.

Scheme 68

Scheme 68: ENGINE OIL COOLER

Note. Ignore -2-.

Note. Place a cloth around the oil cooler to catch any leaking oil.

Remove the bolts -1 through 4- and then remove the oil cooler.

Scheme 69

Scheme 69

Installing

Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following

  1. Tightening specifications, refer to «OIL COOLER, PRESSURE REGULATOR VALVE AND OIL FILTER HOUSING OVERVIEW»(/audi/q7/4l-2009-2015/remont/lubrication-system/#30l-lubrication-engine-codes-cata) .

Note. Remove to upper coolant pipe and replace the O-ring to prevent leakage.

Install the upper coolant pipe. Refer to UPPER COOLANT PIPE .

Install the exhaust gas recirculation cooler. Refer to EXHAUST GAS RECIRCULATION COOLER .

Change engine oil. Refer to Maintenance Procedures .

OIL FILTER HOUSING

Special tools and workshop equipment required

  1. Magnetic lifter

Removing

Remove the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) motor -V338- EGR MOTOR .

Remove the bolt -arrow- and remove the oil supply line.

Scheme 70

Scheme 70

Remove the oil filter element. Refer to Maintenance Procedures .

Remove the bolt -1- and banjo bolt -3- for the oil supply line on the turbocharger.

Note. Ignore -2-.

Remove the bolts -arrows- and remove the bracket and magnetic lifter.

Scheme 71

Scheme 71

Connect 2 cable ties -2- and -3- to the loop and secure with another cable tie -1- inside the upper groove in the oil filter housing.

Scheme 72

Scheme 72

Remove the oil filter housing with the cable ties upward -arrow-.

Installing

Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following

  1. For the correct tightening specifications, refer to «OIL COOLER, PRESSURE REGULATOR VALVE AND OIL FILTER HOUSING OVERVIEW»(/audi/q7/4l-2009-2015/remont/lubrication-system/#30l-lubrication-engine-codes-cata) .

Note. Replace O-rings. Use a magnetic lift to install the oil filter housing bracket bolts.

Install the turbocharger oil supply line. Refer to TURBOCHARGER OVERVIEW .

Install the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) motor -V338- EGR MOTOR .

Change the oil filter and then check the oil level. Refer to Maintenance Procedures .

CRANKCASE VENTILATION PRESSURE REGULATOR VALVE

Removing

Remove the exhaust gas recirculation cooler. Refer to EXHAUST GAS RECIRCULATION COOLER .

Loosen the clamp -arrow- and remove the hose from the crankcase ventilation pressure regulator valve.

Scheme 73

Scheme 73: CRANKCASE VENTILATION PRESSURE REGULATOR VALVE

Remove the bolts -1- and -2- and remove the crankcase ventilation pressure regulator valve.

Installing

Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following

  1. Tightening specifications, refer to «OIL COOLER, PRESSURE REGULATOR VALVE AND OIL FILTER HOUSING OVERVIEW»(/audi/q7/4l-2009-2015/remont/lubrication-system/#30l-lubrication-engine-codes-cata) .

Note. Replace O-rings. Secure all hose connections with hose clamps appropriate for the model.

Install the exhaust gas recirculation cooler. Refer to EXHAUST GAS RECIRCULATION COOLER .

OIL COOLER MOUNTING PLATE, PRESSURE REGULATOR VALVE FOR CRANKSHAFT HOUSING VENTILATION AND OIL FILTER HOUSING

Special tools and workshop equipment required

  1. Assembly Tool T10118

Removing

Remove the upper coolant pipe. Refer to UPPER COOLANT PIPE .

Remove the crankcase ventilation pressure regulator valve. Refer to CRANKCASE VENTILATION PRESSURE REGULATOR VALVE .

Disconnect the connector -arrow- on the Reduced Oil Pressure Switch -F378- using the T10118.

Scheme 74

Scheme 74

Remove the bolts -arrows-.

Scheme 75

Scheme 75

Remove the oil cooler mounting plate, the pressure regulator valve for the crankshaft housing ventilation and the oil filter housing.

Installing

Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following

  1. Tightening specifications, refer to «OIL COOLER, PRESSURE REGULATOR VALVE AND OIL FILTER HOUSING OVERVIEW»(/audi/q7/4l-2009-2015/remont/lubrication-system/#30l-lubrication-engine-codes-cata) .

Note. Replace seals, gaskets and O-rings. Remove to upper coolant pipe and replace the O-ring to prevent leakage.

Tighten the bolt mounting plate from inside to outside.

Install the crankcase ventilation pressure regulator valve CRANKCASE VENTILATION PRESSURE REGULATOR VALVE .

Install the upper coolant pipe. Refer to UPPER COOLANT PIPE .

Change engine oil. Refer to Maintenance Procedures .

REDUCED OIL PRESSURE SWITCH

Special tools and workshop equipment required

  1. Assembly Tool T10118
  2. Socket 24 mm and Jointed Extension T40175

Removing

Remove the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) cooler pump -V400-. Refer to EGR COOLER PUMP .

Loosen the hose clamp -2-, remove the coolant hose and move it to the side.

Scheme 76

Scheme 76

Note. Ignore -1 and 3-.

Disconnect the connector -arrow- using the T10118 and free up the wire.

Remove the reduced oil pressure switch -F378- using the T40175.

Installing

Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following

  1. Tightening specifications, refer to «OIL COOLER, PRESSURE REGULATOR VALVE AND OIL FILTER HOUSING OVERVIEW»(/audi/q7/4l-2009-2015/remont/lubrication-system/#30l-lubrication-engine-codes-cata) .

Note. Replace the seal. Secure all hose connections with hose clamps appropriate for the model.

Install the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) cooler pump. Refer to EGR COOLER PUMP .

Scheme 77

Scheme 77: SPECIAL TOOLS

Special tools and workshop equipment required

  1. Engine Support Bridge 10-222 A
  2. Bracket with Spindle and Hook 10-222 A /10
  3. Adapter 10-222 A /19
  4. Engine Sling 2024 A and bracket 2024 A/1
  5. Engine/Transmission Jack V.A.G 1383 A
  6. Engine Support T10014

Special tools and workshop equipment required

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  1. Oil Pressure Gauge V.A.G 1342 with Adapter V.A.G 1342/21
  2. Engine Support Basic Set T40091
  3. Engine Support Supplement Set T40093
  4. Long Nose Grip Pliers VAS 6226
  5. Assembly Tool T10118
  6. Socket 24 mm and Jointed Extension T40175

See also:
CRANKSHAFT SHAFT SEAL, BELT PULLEY SIDE, REPLACING
RIBBED BELT DRIVE OVERVIEW
SEALING FLANGE, BELT PULLEY SIDE
ENGINE, INSTALLING => Engine to Automatic Transmission 09D
UPPER COOLANT PIPE
TURBOCHARGER OVERVIEW
LEFT COOLANT PIPE
Removal and Installation
RIBBED BELT TENSIONER
Removal and Installation
Removal and Installation
SUBFRAME ASSEMBLY OVERVIEW
Removal and Installation
General Information
ENGINE, SECURING TO ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION HOLDER
LOWER TIMING CHAIN COVER
POWER TAKE-OFF DRIVE CHAIN
EXHAUST GAS RECIRCULATION COOLER
EGR MOTOR
EGR COOLER PUMP
LOWER OIL PAN
Oil Level Thermal Sensor -G266
OIL PUMP
UPPER OIL PAN
OIL PRESSURE REGULATION VALVE
Oil Pressure Switch -F22
OIL COOLER MOUNTING PLATE, PRESSURE REGULATOR VALVE FOR CRANKSHAFT HOUSING VENTILATION AND OIL FILTER HOUSING
REDUCED OIL PRESSURE SWITCH
OIL FILTER HOUSING
CRANKCASE VENTILATION PRESSURE REGULATOR VALVE
OIL PUMP AND LOWER OIL PAN OVERVIEW
ENGINE OIL COOLER
INSTALLING
UPPER OIL PAN OVERVIEW